Classroom Resources: Reactions & Stoichiometry
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Conservation of Matter, Chemical Change, Photosynthesis, Balancing Equations, Reversible Reactions, Molecular Formula, Molecular Structure, Conservation of Mass, Interdisciplinary, Matter, Elements, Monomer | Elementary School
Lesson Plan: Plant Chemistry Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)
In this lesson, students will explore a simple, but key, biochemical reaction: photosynthesis.
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Density, Density, Chemical Change, Observations, Chemical Change, Combustion | Elementary School, Middle School
Demonstration: Investigating Gas Density Mark as Favorite (8 Favorites)
In this demonstration, students will observe a reaction between baking soda and vinegar in the presence of a burning candle. The initial environment has plenty of oxygen present in order to sustain the candle’s flame; however the reaction will produce carbon dioxide which will cause the lit candle to extinguish. Students will analyze the outcome and compare the presence of the gases in the container and make determinations about the densities of each.
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Solutions, Solubility, Solubility Rules, Concentration, Molarity, Stoichiometry | High School
Lab: The Gravimetric Analysis of Lead in Contaminated Water Mark as Favorite (39 Favorites)
In this lab, students will perform a gravimetric analysis of a simulated water sample contaminated with “lead”. Using their knowledge of solubility and chemical reactions they will precipitate the “lead” from the water sample. Then from the data collected, they will calculate the concentration of “lead” in their samples and compare that value to those found in water samples from the Flint, Michigan water crisis.
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Chemical Change, Physical Change, Observations, Molecular Structure, Lewis Structures, Polarity, Chemical Change | High School
Lab: DIY Triiodide Mark as Favorite (22 Favorites)
In this lab, students will investigate how iodine interacts with various substances. They will use color changes to justify whether a chemical or physical change is taking place. This activity is referenced in the October 2019 ChemMatters article called “Cash, Chemistry, and Counterfeiting.”
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Combustion, Chemical Change, Chemical Change, Density, Kinetic Molecular Theory, Density | High School
Demonstration: Liquid and Gas Burning Comparison Mark as Favorite (7 Favorites)
In this demo, students will witness the burning of a substance in its gas and in its liquid states. They will carry out the demonstrations themselves, and compare the results of the two reactions.
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Chemical Change, Chemical Change, Observations | High School, Middle School
Lab: Corrosion in Motion Mark as Favorite (6 Favorites)
In this lab, students will expose metal samples to various solutions and observe the amount of corrosion of a period of time.
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Photosynthesis, Interdisciplinary | Middle School
Lesson Plan: Algae – The Good, the Bad, and the Tasty Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)
In this lesson, students will learn about the chemistry of algae, while working in a small group to become an expert on a specific type of algae. Divided into four parts the lesson is designed for students to investigate the process of photosynthesis, learn about the variety of uses for algae as well as products that contain algae, and the harmful effects of algae, such as red tides. As a culminating task, student groups will each complete a short presentation.
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Redox Reaction, Oxidation, Reduction, Half Reactions, Reaction Rate, Reaction Rate | High School
Lab: Stop The Science: Redox Regulation Mark as Favorite (20 Favorites)
In this lab, students will investigate oxidation-reduction reactions while creating a complex picture using reactions of copper solutions on aluminum foil. Students will also apply previous knowledge of reaction rate to adjust concentrations, allowing for artistic expression such as shadowing and layering in their artwork.
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Density, Observations, Chemical Change, Combustion | High School
Demonstration: Fish Tank Carbon Dioxide Mark as Favorite (5 Favorites)
In this demonstration, students watch as a reaction between baking soda and vinegar produces carbon dioxide, which then causes lit candles to extinguish.
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Percent Composition, Mole Concept, Identifying an Unknown, Emission Spectrum, Empirical Formula, Percent Composition | High School
Lesson Plan: Chemical Analysis of Martian Rocks Mark as Favorite (109 Favorites)
In this lesson, students are challenged to analyze the spectral graphs obtained by the Curiosity Mars Rover. Based on their examination students will determine the component elements of each sample, as well as the relative abundance of each element. With this information the student will complete calculations to find the empirical formula and identify the composition of the unknown rock. Finally students will complete research to see if these rocks are actually like those on Earth.
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Chemistry Basics, Interdisciplinary, Photosynthesis | High School
Activity: Algae Trivia Mark as Favorite (3 Favorites)
In this activity, students will participate in a trivia game created in support of the 2023 Chemists Celebrate Earth Week (CCEW) theme, The Curious Chemistry of Amazing Algae. Students will participate individually or as a team to test their knowledge about algae and related chemistry topics.
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Chemical Change, Reaction Rate, Reaction Rate, Phase Changes | Elementary School
Demonstration: Plop & Fizz Investigation Mark as Favorite (2 Favorites)
In the demonstration the teacher will perform a reaction between water and Alka-Seltzer in order to generate the release of carbon dioxide. Students will observe the chemical reaction, while timing the release of carbon dioxide and observe 3 states of matter. This will be repeated 3 times, each time increasing the number of tablets used.
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Review, Culminating Project, Stoichiometry | High School
Activity: The Chemistry Escape Room Remix Mark as Favorite (63 Favorites)
In this activity, students will apply their chemistry knowledge in order to solve ten clues in an effort to determine a three-digit combination that will open a “lock.” This is ideal for a review activity, as the clues span a plethora of chemistry topics. The solution from each clue will be used to correctly write a chemical reaction and a corresponding stoichiometry calculation. Ultimately, by solving the stoichiometry calculation, the answer will match the numbers in the three-digit combination and open the “lock.”
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Phase Changes, Photosynthesis, Renewable Energy | Elementary School, Middle School
Lab: Mini Terrarium Mark as Favorite (5 Favorites)
In this lab, students will learn that even the smallest spaces can have their own climate. They will create a miniature sized terrarium and will observe how sunlight enters in order to warm the air, and in turn heat the soil and seeds. Condensation will build up in the container and the students can observe the water cycle in action, as well as the growth of the seeds over time.
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Chemical Change, Conservation of Matter, Identifying an Unknown, Culminating Project, Elements | Middle School
Lab: Priestley Labs Mark as Favorite (3 Favorites)
In this lab, students will identify an unknown gas based on experimental evidence.
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Subatomic Particles, Molecular Structure , Photosynthesis | Middle School
Lesson Plan: Carbon, Carbon Everywhere Mark as Favorite (7 Favorites)
In this lesson, students will learn about how Carbon cycles through Earth’s systems and its importance for life on Earth.
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Precipitate, Chemistry Basics, Solubility Rules, Balancing Equations, Chemical Change, Chemical Change | High School, Middle School
Lab: Predicting Precipitates Mark as Favorite (30 Favorites)
In this lab, students use solubility rules to predict which chemical reactions will produce precipitates.
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Stoichiometry, Balancing Equations, Classification of Reactions | High School
Simulation: Chemical Reactions and Stoichiometry Mark as Favorite (105 Favorites)
In this simulation, students practice classifying different chemical reactions, balancing equations, and solving stoichiometry problems.
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Classification of Reactions, Balancing Equations, Solubility Rules, Activity Series, Predicting Products | High School
Simulation: Predicting Products Mark as Favorite (140 Favorites)
In this simulation, students will reference an activity series and a solubility chart to accurately predict the products of single replacement and double replacement chemical reactions. Associated particle diagrams will be displayed to help students better comprehend the reaction at the particulate level. Students will also be asked to balance the chemical equation. The simulation is designed as a five question quiz for students to use multiple times.
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Activity Series, Chemical Change, Electrons, Electron Transfer, Balancing Equations, Chemical Change, Predicting Products, Observations, Acid Base Reactions | High School
Simulation: Metals In Aqueous Solutions Mark as Favorite (116 Favorites)
In this activity, students will run simulated tests of various metals in aqueous solutions to determine the relative reactivity of these metals. A total of eight metals will be observed in various combinations with the corresponding metal nitrate solutions and hydrochloric acid. Students will interpret the data collected to construct an activity series of the elements used in this simulation.
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Reaction Rate, Reaction Rate | Middle School, High School
Simulation: Reaction Rates Mark as Favorite (65 Favorites)
In the May 2018 simulation, students investigate several factors that can affect the initial rate of a chemical reaction, including concentration, temperature, surface area of the reactants, and addition of a catalyst.
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Exothermic & Endothermic, Classification of Reactions, Energy Diagrams, Bond Energy, Activation Energy, Temperature, Chemical Change | Middle School, High School
Simulation: Energy Changes in Chemical Reactions Mark as Favorite (44 Favorites)
In the November 2016 simulation, students will evaluate the energy changes in an endothermic and an exothermic chemical reaction. Students will have the opportunity to compare how energy is absorbed and released in each reaction, and will make a connection between the standard energy diagrams associated with each reaction type.
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Temperature, Temperature, Heat, Photosynthesis, Isotopes | High School
Lesson Plan: Climate Change and the Keeling Curve Mark as Favorite (20 Favorites)
In this lesson, students will learn about climate change through reading about research behind carbon dioxide emissions, which led to the development of the Keeling Curve. Isotopic tracing as well as photosynthesis are briefly touched on. There are a series of activities to help promote literacy in the science classroom related to the reading. This lesson could be easily used as plans for a substitute teacher, as most of the activities are self-guided.
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Chemical Change | High School
Demonstration: Creating Light with Luminol Mark as Favorite (7 Favorites)
In this demonstration, students will observe a chemical reaction that releases energy in the form of light, demonstrating chemiluminescence.
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Activity Series, Redox Reaction, Half Reactions, Oxidation, Reduction, Chemical Change, Predicting Products | High School
Lab: The Corrosion of Iron Mark as Favorite (13 Favorites)
In this lab, students will investigate the process of corrosion, a redox reaction, by analyzing how iron nails react in varied environments. Students will combine their prior knowledge with research about the reactivity of metals to make predictions in advance of the lab investigation.